The ICCS Certificate programme consists of five (5) compulsory modules. Each module is mutually exclusive therefore students can start at any time on the published study schedule. Modules are delivered over approximately seven (7) weeks so candidates working on one module at a time can complete the entire Certificate programme within 12 months. If they work on two modules concurrently, the study time can be reduced.

All the modules are essentially studied through a combination of: -

• Virtual Classroom (Online discussion, Chat, Private email)

• Course Materials (textbooks and on-line study material)

Modules are studied through the virtual learning environment web site. Students are required to have an Internet account to access the World Wide Web for instructions, which will provide the detailed step-by-step approach in a virtual learning environment.

The ICCS Syllabus

This is a foundation course in IT, designed to introduce candidates to a broad area of topics relating to the use of IT in business.

All assessments will be carried out locally using the guidelines provided by NCC Education. All modules will have either a written examination or a practical element in the assessment. Candidates will be awarded either a pass or referral/fail.

The qualification consists of 5 modules. (Click on unit title for detailed syllabus) 

CCC101- Fundamental Concepts of Computing

Aim: to give candidates a broad but secure foundation in the fundamental concepts of computing so that they will be able to make effective and knowledgeable judgements about the use of standard computer systems in business.

CEB102 - English for Business Communication

Aim: to teach candidates how to use and adapt standard business English to suit the specific needs of the fields of computing and information technology. Also to bridge a candidates level of English Language to a standard where they would have the ability to cope with the level required on IDCS.

CPC103  - PC Competence

Aim: to promote and encourage computer literacy, to ensure all computer users understand best practices and the advantages of using a personal computer, to increase the productivity of all employees who need to use computers in their workplace.

CMC104 - Basic Mathematics for Computing

Aim: to give candidates an understanding of the mathematical concepts underlying many computer-related processes and developments and to encourage them to understand how to apply mathematical skills to common problems.

CPD105 - Introduction to Programming and Databases

Aim: to give candidates an understanding of the fundamental concepts of computer programming and the use of databases. Candidates should also gain skills in the use of structured program design techniques and be able to create and use simple databases.